Red Sox Kid Nation is back for 2019!

On the heels of the historic Red Sox World Series Championship, the Red Sox Kid Nation program for 2019 launched today and will again include Rookie (free) and All-Star (paid) memberships for the youngest fans of Red Sox Nation.

Both program tiers include:

• one (1) FREE kids ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket
• Kid Nation loyalty points to redeem for prizes and experiences
• 10% discount in the Red Sox team store for the 2019 season
• Exclusive Kid Nation email newsletters
• Access to exclusive Kid Nation events

In addition to the above, the All-Star membership includes one of three membership kits with a membership card and lanyard, baseball globe and either tee-ball set or backpack (pictured above and to the right).

More information on the program is available at redsox.com/kidnation.

NOTE: We are providing this information because we're members of the Red Sox Parents blogger initiative. From time to time we do get to participate in fun Red Sox related activities and share that information with you, our readers. No compensation was provided for this post and all opinions are our own.

Happy Thanksgiving! What are you thankful for?

Happy Thanksgiving to all of my readers! I'm so happy that you all find my blog interesting and informative. I'm thankful for my friends, family and all of my blog readers. This past year sure was exciting with the Red Sox World Series Championship run!

There's a bunch of interesting stuff coming up in the next few weeks, so be sure to stay tuned for all that's coming up!

Toy Story 4 Teaser Trailer

I am so excited to share with you that Woody and the rest of the toys are back for an all-new adventure in “Toy Story 4,” welcoming new friends to Bonnie’s room, including a reluctant new toy called Forky. “Like most people, I assumed that ‘Toy Story 3’ was the end of the story,” said director Josh Cooley. “And it was the end of Woody’s story with Andy. But just like in life, every ending is a new beginning. Woody now being in a new room, with new toys, and a new kid, was something we have never seen before. The questions of what that would be like became the beginning of an entertaining story worth exploring.”

But Forky insists that he is NOT a toy! An actual spork-turned-craft-project, Forky is pretty sure that he doesn’t belong in Bonnie’s room. Unfortunately, every time he tries to get away, someone yanks him back into an adventure he’d rather skip. “The world of Toy Story is built upon the idea that everything in the world has a purpose,” said Cooley. “A toy’s purpose is to be there for its child. But what about toys that are made out of other objects? Forky is a toy that Bonnie made out of a disposable spork, so he’s facing a crisis. He wants to fulfill his purpose as a spork, but now has a new toy purpose thrust upon him.”

Filmmakers called on comedian Tony Hale to provide the voice of Forky. “It’s a huge thrill to be part of the Toy Story family,” he said. “But it’s going to take a while for it to really sink in.”

Said Cooley, “When we thought up this character, Tony was the first actor that came to mind and I’m thrilled he accepted. Tony’s performance as Forky is a comedy salad of confidence, confusion, and empathy... served by hilarious spork.”

How were filmmakers able to convince Hale to give voice to Forky? “A utensil’s existential crisis?” he asked. “I’m in!”

https://youtu.be/LDXYRzerjzU

NOTE: I am providing this information since I know you're just as much of a Disney fan as I am ;) No compensation was provided in exchange for sharing this information.

Blue Man Group Boston shows their World Series spirit with Red Sox content and a Buy 1 Get 1 offer

photo provided by Blue Man Group

Their skin may be Blue, but their socks are definitely RED!

To celebrate the Boston Red Sox going to the World Series, Blue Man Group Boston will add Red Sox themed content to their show and offer a buy one, get one free ticket offer through October 28th.

"We’ve worked with the Red Sox in the past on some of their community events and are excited to see them headed to the World Series,” said Jonathan Screnci, Resident General Manager, Blue Man Group Boston. “This is our little way of showing our Red Sox pride and cheering on this incredible team.”

In addition to the themed show content, the lobby bar in the Charles Playhouse will be serving a Red Sox inspired custom cocktail to add to the festivities.

The buy one, get one free ticket offer will be available starting today and is good for shows Oct. 25-28 using promo code: GOSOX.  Tickets can be purchased online at: https://www.blueman.com/boston/buy-tickets

NOTE: While we partner with Blue Man Group to give you information throughout the year, no compensation was provided. 

What a season... Let's continue cheering on the Sox in the WORLD SERIES!

I have been so happy to be involved with the Boston Red Sox and help promote their family friendly activities through their Red Sox Parents program once again. You've had the chance to hear about all of the fun things they have for kids to do with adults and new ways to engage the next generation of baseball fans! We absolutely love checking out Wally's Clubhouse, eating all of the great food at Fenway and enjoying all of the different ways they spread the baseball love around Boston and New England.

It's been so exciting to watch the team win 108 games during the regular season to capture the American League East, advance in the Divisional Series, and now the Championship Series to now play in the World Series!

I've also recently partnered with Fanatics so you can buy the official American League Champions Locker Room gear here. Please note, I include affiliate links within this post to support the work I do on this site.

Let's cheer on the Sox as they play in the WORLD SERIES!

NOTE: We are proud members of the Red Sox Parents program where we share family friendly activities of the Red Sox. We're just happy they're in the Postseason this year! No compensation was provided and all opinions, as always, are our own. I also have included affiliate links within this post to support the work I do on this site.

FREE Event on October 20th at Charlestown Navy Yard to Celebrate Three Naval Birthdays

Image from https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/
event/in-the-yard-a-celebration-of-540-years-of-service/

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?

Join the National Park Service, USS Constitution Museum, and USS Constitution in celebrating three birthdays: the U.S. Navy (243rd), “Old Ironsides” (221st), and USS Cassin Young (75th) on Saturday, October 20 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm.

Participate in hands-on activities for all ages including a Watson Adventures scavenger hunt, watch USS Constitution‘s crewmembers perform boarding pike and gun drills, enjoy birthday cake, LEGO® building activities by LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston and more!

There will be a brief ceremony at 1:00 PM with a special LEGO® build unveil by LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston too!

This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. A full schedule of events can be found here: https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/event/in-the-yard-a-celebration-of-540-years-of-service/

NOTE: We are providing this since we think it would be interesting for you! No compensation was provided. We are proud to partner with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston since it's a fun place, and enjoy telling you about the fun things they do around town.

Red Sox incorporate baseball and math with Wally's Math Academy

As the Red Sox are continuing their franchise-record-setting run of 107 games won in a season, our friends at Fenway have created a way for kids to improve their math skills and educators to incorporate real-time statistics into the classroom with Wally's Math Academy.

The new program, “Wally’s Math Academy” replaces generic word problems with actual game data, incorporating video recaps of Red Sox games and photos of players. The program is free to educators and available by visiting redsox.com/wallysmathacademy.

With the goal of enriching and empowering young students with tools that keep them engaged, “Wally’s Math Academy” makes it easy for teachers and students to generate math exercises that use statistics from actual Red Sox games.

Currently serving students from 2nd to 4th grade, the program will soon expand to additional grades. Part of the team’s Calling All Kids initiative designed to enhance kids experiences at Fenway Park, “Wally’s Math Academy” is designed to reach elementary and middle school-aged audiences across the country.

We've been fortunate enough to get a sample worksheet to share with our readers so you can get a sense of what Wally's Math Academy is all about! A few of you reading this are educators, so you can sign up for free at redsox.com/wallysmathacademy

Please Note: The “Single Digit Multiplication” worksheet is provided solely as an example of the “Wally’s Math Academy” program and is to be used by educators with students within the 2nd to 4th grade phase.

Program Overview PDF

Sample Worksheet PDF

NOTE: We are proud members of the Red Sox Parents. We are provided with tickets to Sox games and events in exchange for sharing this great information with you. All opinions, as always, are our own.